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11. Staak


English Translation

Stalk


Definition

To follow or pursue sneakily


Example Sentences

Patois: Dem staak di singer fi autograph.
English: They followed the singer for an autograph.



posted on January 19, 2025

12. Chaak


English Translation

Chalk


Definition

White material used for writing on boards


Example Sentences

Patois: Di teacha use chaak pon di board.
English: The teacher used chalk on the board.



posted on January 18, 2025

13. Taak


English Translation

Talk


Definition

To speak or have a conversation


Example Sentences

Patois: Wi did a taak ‘bout di movie.
English: We were talking about the movie.



posted on January 17, 2025

14. Waak


English Translation

Walk


Definition

To move on foot


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi waak guh a shap.
English: I walked to the shop.



posted on January 16, 2025

15. Bakwud


English Translation

Backward


Definition

Moving towards the back


Example Sentences

Patois: Him tep bakwud.
English: He stepped backward.



posted on January 15, 2025



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